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Crafts Earth Day Free Holidays

Earth Day Expo + Island Princess Meet n’ Greet

April 24, 2021 - April 24, 2021 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Photo credit: Adobe Stock

Location

Hawthorn Mall

122 Hawthorn Center

Vernon Hills, IL 60061

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Description

Start with a meet-and-greet with everyone’s favorite Polynesian island princess. Then children will receive an earth-friendly jute tote bag, a healthy GoGo squeeZ snack, and a take-home ocean-themed craft (while supplies last).

Event Cost: Free, registration required

Event Times: Noon-1 p.m.

Additional Information

Website: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/earth-day-expo-island-princess-meet-n-greet-tickets-148061151891?aff=ebdssbdestsearch

Age recommendation: Early Elementary (K-3), Late Elementary (4-5), Preschool, Toddlers

Neighborhood: North/Northwest Suburbs

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